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Description

Director of Social Services at Aston Park

Empower Lives. Build Community. Lead with Compassion.

Position: Director of Social Services

Location: Aston Park Health Care Center

Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday through Friday)

Salary Range: $58,000 - $68,000 per year (based on experience & education)

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package begins after 30 days of employment; opt out and receive an additional $3 per hour

Position Summary

The Director of Social Services leads, innovates, and manages the Social Services Department at Aston Park. This role is responsible for overseeing the delivery of client-centered services, supervising staff, collaborating with community partners, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The Director acts as a champion for program development, continuous quality improvement, and advocacy initiatives that support a diverse population.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and hands-on leadership to the Social Services team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment
• Develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services to meet the needs of clients and their families, ensuring the highest standards of practice, ethics, and confidentiality
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate social services staff, ensuring ongoing professional development and adherence to best practices
• Assess client needs and provide direct services or referrals, when appropriate, including case management, crisis intervention, advocacy, and resource coordination
• Establish and maintain effective partnerships with healthcare providers, government agencies, and community organizations
• Monitor and ensure program compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as well as organizational policies
• Collect, analyze, and report program data for quality assurance, funding, and improvement initiatives
• Lead public education, outreach efforts, and workshops to raise awareness of social service resources and initiatives at Aston Park
• Participate in organizational planning, budgeting, and policy development as part of the leadership team
• Represent Aston Park in community forums, coalitions, and professional networks

Qualifications

•  Degree in Social Work, Human Services, Counseling, Psychology, or related field required
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in social services, with progressive responsibility; management experience strongly preferred
• Current state licensure (LCSW, LMSW, or equivalent) preferred
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $58,000 - $65,000 per year, commensurate with experience and education
• Benefits Start Fast: benefits package available after 30 days of employment, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement savings options
• Benefit Opt-Out Bonus: For those who choose to opt out of the benefits package, an additional $3 per hour is added to the base pay
• Work/Life Balance: Monday through Friday schedule (full-time, daytime hours) supports a healthy work-life balance
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuing education, certifications, and advancement within Aston Park
• Supportive Culture: Join a team that values respect, diversity, collaboration, and mission-driven service

Why Join Aston Park?

• Work alongside passionate colleagues committed to excellence and innovation
• Enjoy a welcoming workplace that supports your personal and professional goals

Join us at Aston Park — where your leadership can help shape a brighter, more compassionate future.

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